Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Level | State, Himachal Pradesh |
| Field | Health & Wellness |
| How to apply | Offline / Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The "Funeral Support Scheme" under the Labour and Employment Department, Himachal Pradesh, provides Rs. 20,000 to the nominees or dependents of registered beneficiaries to support funeral expenses.
The "Funeral Support Scheme," launched by the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB) under the Government of Himachal Pradesh, provides financial assistance of Rs. 20,000/- (twenty thousand) to the nominees or dependents of a registered beneficiary in the event of the worker's death.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
Rs. 20,000/- is provided for a registered worker's death.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 60 years
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- The applicant should be a nominee/legal heir of the deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have been registered with the "Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board".
- The membership of the deceased worker with the Welfare Board must be active.
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Application steps
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Labor Welfare Office (during office hours) and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with a wage slip or appointment letter from the employer, verifying 90 days of construction work. If unavailable, a certificate from a local authority (such as a councilor, executive officer, or Panchayat Secretary) can be submitted to verify employment.
Step 4: After submitting the documents and payment, the worker will receive an acknowledgment receipt confirming their registration.
Online
Scheme Application Process:
Step 1: The applicant must visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Step 2: Click on the option "Apply for Benefits."
Step 3: Enter your beneficiary details and date of birth, then click "Search" to view your information.
Step 4: Select the scheme you wish to apply for to avail of the benefits.
Step 5: Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.
Step 6: Finally, click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.
Application Tracking:
Applicants can track their application status online through the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Relevant updates will be sent to the registered mobile number.
Questions and answers
What does the scheme provide?
Rs. 20,000 for funeral expenses.
Who is eligible for the benefit?
Nominees or dependents of registered workers.
What is the purpose of the scheme?
To support funeral expenses of registered workers.
Is the benefit only for accidental deaths?
No, it applies to all cases of death.
Who can claim the benefit?
The registered worker’s nominees or dependents.
What documents are needed to apply?
ID proof, death certificate, and nominee verification.
How can I apply for the benefit?
Submit the required documents to the Labour and Employment Department.
Is this scheme available to unregistered workers?
No, only registered workers are eligible.
Who manages the scheme?
The Labour and Employment Department, Himachal Pradesh.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Scheme Details bocw.hp.nic.in
- Website bocw.hp.nic.in
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